Serving 190 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lake Village, AR, covering approximately 587.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 24 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 190 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
190 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#851 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
74%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
56%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #851 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
190 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lakeside Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Lakeside School District (Chicot).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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